EN Standards Guide

Best Practices To Prevent Workplace Accidents

Engineering Controls

You should design the facility, equipment, processes and ventilation system in a way that promotes health and safety, and removes hazards. Engineering controls serve as the basis to providing the safe working environment. For example, a cotton processing unit with inadequate ventilation system can pose serious threats to the health of the workers.

Regular Maintenance

Regular maintenance of facility and equipment is necessary to keep new hazards from arising as a result of equipment malfunction. The regular overhauling keeps the machinery and equipment fit and safe, promoting a safe working environment. In addition, company vehicle should also be inspected regularly to avoid accidents and losses.

Management Practices

Management needs to be highly committed to promoting safety practices at workplace. It is important for management to get the safest employees on board when hiring.

Besides, it is the responsibility of management to bring policies and regulations that address the common causes of accidents and injuries at work.

Moreover, the successful achievement of safety goals is not possible without the participation of all employees. The management should encourage employees engagement through workshops, trainings and incentive programs.

Know-How of the Laws

Various international and national laws are there to guide companies regarding workplace safety. It is best to know the laws rather than ignoring the legal requirements. It is best to hire a legal professional who could help you keep check on the impact of legislation on your business. If you have a small business, a dedicated supervisor for this job may be enough.

Assign Responsibility

Everyone who is part of the system is responsible to ensure safety at workplace. Hold everyone accountable for safety and health practices. It has been noted that employees tend to improve and contribute to better quality, cost control, production, and customer services when held accountable for safety.

Through appropriate planning and implementation of safety policies and standards, you can make your workplace safe for your employees reducing the risk and workplace accidents.